Augmentative/Alternative Communication
Augmentative/Alternative Communication is a device used to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas.
Augmentative/Alternative Communication provides service for person with severe speech impairments. They use this device to replace speech that is not functional or to supplement existing speech.
Augmentative/Alternative Communication provides service for person with severe speech impairments. They use this device to replace speech that is not functional or to supplement existing speech.
2 types of Augmentative/Alternative Communication
Unaided communication systems-
relies on the persons body to convey messages. For example: gestures, body language, and/or sign language
Aided Communication Systems
According to the American Speech and Hearing Association "aided communication methods can range from paper and pencil to communication books or boards to devices that produce voice output (speech generating devices or SGD's)and/or written output".